Our small backyard has a very large established spruce tree that has very large shallow roots. We are trying to figure out the best way to install our hot tub without seriously damaging the tree's roots while at the same time ensuring that the hot tub will be level.

One person recommended that we dig around the roots and place cement blocks around them for the platform for our hot tub. Another person was concerned that the tree roots would grow further and crack the cement and therefore recommended building a small deck or platform for our hot tub.